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Adjectives of Time and Place - Adjectives of Location

These adjectives help convey the spatial positioning associated with a particular entity or occurrence such as "inside", "outside", "top", "bottom", etc.

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Categorized English Adjectives of Time and Place
top
[Adjective]

located at the highest physical point or position within a structure, object, or area

Ex: They climbed to the top of the mountain to take in the breathtaking view.
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bottom
[Adjective]

located at the lowest position or part of something

Ex: The book was placed on the bottom shelf , making it easy for the young readers to access .
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outdoor
[Adjective]

(of a place or space) located outside in a natural or open-air setting, without a roof or walls

Ex: We found an outdoor gym with equipment available for public use in the park .
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indoor
[Adjective]

(of a place, space, etc.) situated inside a building, house, etc.

Ex: The indoor skating rink is a popular destination for families to enjoy ice skating during the winter months .
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outside
[Adverb]

in an open area surrounding a building

Ex: She prefers to read a book outside on the porch .
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inside
[Adverb]

in or into a room, building, etc.

Ex: The team huddled inside the locker room before the game.
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interior
[Adjective]

located on the inside part of a particular thing

Ex: They inspected the interior compartments of the suitcase before packing .
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exterior
[Adjective]

located on the outer surface of a particular thing

Ex: The car ’s exterior paint had faded after years in the sun .
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eastern
[Adjective]

situated in the east

Ex: The house has a beautiful view of the eastern mountains .
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western
[Adjective]

positioned in the direction of the west

Ex: Travelers often explore the western regions to experience its rich cultural heritage .
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northern
[Adjective]

positioned in the direction of the north

Ex: Northern cities often experience colder temperatures and shorter daylight hours in winter .
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southern
[Adjective]

located in the direction of the south

Ex: The southern border of the country is marked by a desert .
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upper
[Adjective]

situated above something similar

Ex: Her upper lip trembled as she tried to hold back tears .
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outer
[Adjective]

situated on the outside of something else

Ex: Protective wax was applied to the car ’s outer body to prevent rust .
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inner
[Adjective]

situated inside of something else

Ex: The inner city often faces socioeconomic challenges.
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underwater
[Adjective]

situated or happening below the surface of a body of water

Ex: The underwater tunnel connects the two islands .
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underground
[Adjective]

situated, operating, or existing beneath the surface of the ground

Ex: The underground water pipes supply homes with fresh water .
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frontal
[Adjective]

related to or positioned at the front part of an object, structure, or entity

Ex: Engineers focused on enhancing the frontal impact resistance of the vehicle for better safety .
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lateral
[Adjective]

situated at or directed toward the side or sides

Ex: Lateral movements in animals , such as crabs , help them navigate their environments .
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elevated
[Adjective]

positioned or built above ground level

Ex: The elevated bridge was designed to allow ships to pass underneath without obstruction .
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subterranean
[Adjective]

situated, occurring, or existing beneath the surface of the earth

Ex: She explores the subterranean caves to study geological formations .
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overseas
[Adjective]

located or originating in a foreign country, often one that is across the sea from one's own

Ex: The overseas investors are interested in funding the project .
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medial
[Adjective]

related to or located in the middle of something

Ex: The story ’s climax occurs in the medial chapters of the novel .
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overhead
[Adjective]

located or occurring above the level of the head

Ex: The overhead speakers broadcast announcements throughout the building .
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offshore
[Adjective]

situated or occurring in the sea, typically away from the shore or coast

Ex: Offshore platforms extract natural gas from beneath the seabed .
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upstate
[Adjective]

relating to the northern or more rural areas of a state, often distant from large cities

Ex: Many people from the city choose upstate living for its peaceful atmosphere .
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outermost
[Adjective]

located at the farthest point from the center or inside of something

Ex: The outermost layer of the skin acts as a barrier against pathogens .
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downtown
[Adverb]

toward or within the central or main business area of a town or city

Ex: They decided to head downtown for the weekend festival.
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inland
[Adjective]

located away from the coast

Ex: The inland plains are ideal for agriculture due to fertile soil .
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surrounding
[Adjective]

existing or situated all around something or someone

Ex: The surrounding mountains protected the valley from harsh weather.
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high
[Adjective]

having a rank that is above others in a hierarchy or organization

Ex: She holds a high position in the company .
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upstairs
[Adjective]

located on an upper floor

Ex: The upstairs bedrooms offer more privacy than those downstairs .
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downstairs
[Adjective]

located on a lower floor of a building, particularly the ground floor

Ex: The downstairs office is where I do most of my work .
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perpendicular
[Adjective]

positioned at a 90-degree angle to the ground

Ex: The lighthouse stood on a perpendicular outcrop , its light sweeping over the ocean .
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